The WGA rejects the AMPTP’s latest offer: The strong position of the unions means the Hollywood strike could easily extend beyond 2023.
On today's podcast episode, we discuss why Disney+ is losing users, what a Disney+ password-sharing crackdown would look like, and the impact of ESPN Bet. "In Other News," we talk about what the Alliance of Motion Picture and TV Producers is offering at the latest writers strike negotiations and why The Roku Channel has become a legitimate player in the streaming wars. Tune in to the discussion with our analyst Daniel Konstantinovic.
On today's podcast episode, we discuss why the Federal Trade Commission is investigating ChatGPT-maker OpenAI; how publishers, content creators, and authors feel about generative AI; what the wrong kind of regulation looks like; and what AI rules we will likely see next. "In Other News," we talk about when we can expect to see GPT-5 and what to make of Netflix's newly launched game-controller app. Tune in to the discussion with our analysts Jacob Bourne and Gadjo Sevilla.
YouTube wants Sunday Ticket to represent the future of sports: A bevy of new features aims to lighten higher consumer costs and convince advertisers of unique opportunities.
Social users in the US will spend more than half their daily social time watching videos in 2023—up from one-third pre-pandemic. But social video’s growth is slowing, suggesting there’s a limit to the amount people want to consume daily.
Key stat: $6.19 billion (9.0% of US social media ad spend) will go to TikTok this year, according to our forecast. Marketers need to make sure they’re putting their TikTok budget to good use by choosing the right ad types for the right activations. Here’s an overview of in-feed versus Spark Ads on TikTok.
YouTube Music introduces Samples: New feature with a TikTok-like vertical video feed should help users discover new music based on their preferences.
Netflix gets a second shot at Upfronts: Lower CPMs and a fleshed out ad stack are helping its commitments, but there are still obstacles to success.
Share of viewing time between cable and broadcast TV in the US fell to a combined 49.6% last month, according to Nielsen.
Google issues refunds for misplaced ads: A June report claiming 80% of its third-party video ad positions didn’t meet standards raised a firestorm in the industry.
On today's episode, we discuss how Spotify added a record number of users, the impact of its price increase, and the latest on its podcast business. "In Other News," we talk about how good people are at recalling audio ads and some adjustments to Netflix's ad tier. Tune in to the discussion with our analyst Daniel Konstantinovic.
YouTube's anti-spam stride: Shorts links will be deactivated; external linking will get a revamp.
Disney+ and Hulu bundle up, but at a much higher cost: Disney is cranking up streaming pricing and starting a password-sharing crackdown to increase revenues.
Cloud gaming expansion is in the works and could sustain user engagement amid content strikes.
On today's episode, we discuss whether Amazon can keep expenses down while also keeping customers happy, where the company will place its bets on grocery, and how its advertising arm has performed of late. "In Other News," we talk about why most retailers site searches aren't working and how many streaming viewers will watch ads to save a few bucks. Tune in to the discussion with our director of Briefings Jeremy Goldman and analyst Zak Stambor.
Streaming surge: Disney boosts ad-supported Disney+ subscribers; profitability challenges persist despite $87 billion revenue.
Netflix is making progress with gaming: A controller app that syncs to your TV is the first sign in months that Netflix is still committed to making video games work.
Disney finally gets into sports betting: The company will launch ESPN Bet in partnership with Penn National but will have to juggle a family-friendly image.
Max launches sports tier: Warner Bros. Discovery seeks to tap sports loyalty, attract younger audiences.
Linear down, Paramount+ and Pluto TV up: The bigger news for Paramount is that Simon & Schuster has, at long last, been offloaded.